Best Mounts for your Apple TV

By Cale Hunt
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If you're sick of your Apple TV hanging from its cords or collecting dust on your TV stand, hide it or display it properly with one of these great Apple TV mounts. Because not everyone may have upgraded to the new Apple TV 4 (2015), we've also included mounts for Apple TV 3 (2012) and Apple TV 2 (2010).

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HIDEit Apple TV 4 mount


Manufactured in the USA, HIDEit mounts use high-quality materials that promise to endure no matter how many times you remove and replace your Apple TV. You can fasten the mount to the wall in any direction—which matters when it comes to plugging in cords—using the provided drywall anchors and screws.The Apple TV 4 uses a Bluetooth connection to communicate with its remote, meaning you can completely hide it in this mount behind your TV and not worry about losing control.The HIDEit Apple TV 4 mount costs about $13.

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TotalMount for Apple TV 4


If you have a few inches to spare behind your TV, TotalMount is for you. Swap out new and old Apple TVs with ease using the adjustable clip system for only for #18.Attach the mount to the vents in the back of your TV using hooks provided by TotalMount. Setup is easy, and when it's time to change TVs simply re-attach the mount. You can also use two-sided adhesive to attach to any surface, or screws to attach to the wall. Everything you need is included in the package.In addition to Apple TV 4, this TotalMount is also compatible with Apple TV 2 (2010) and Apple TV 3 (2012).

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iDLEHANDS Apple TV 4 Mount


The iDLEHANDS Apple TV 4 Mount is a little more durable than some other mounts thanks to its rubber edges on the corners of the mount.You can fasten the mount to the wall in any direction—which matters when it comes to plugging in cords—using the provided drywall anchors and screws. Plus, it has rails on the back of the mount that can fit onto the back of some TVs, meaning you could mount it right to your television out of sight.You can pick up the iDLEHANDS Apple TV 4 Mount for around $12.

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TotalMount mounting shelf for Apple TV 3


If you have an older Apple TV and you want to show off their Apple TV, the $15 TotalMount mounting shelf is perfect for you. Its strong adhesive and rotating mounting bracket let you choose the exact place to attach it, whether to the back of your TV or hanging down from a shelf on your TV table.Attaching the shelf to the back of your TV effectively eliminates unsightly cords, especially if your TV is wall-mounted. However, attaching the mount to the bottom of your television and keeping the Apple TV in sight can solve a lot of infrared remote problems, especially for those with vaulted ceilings (nothing to bounce the signal!).In addition to Apple TV 3 (2012), this TotalMount shelf also works with Apple TV 2 (2010).

Updated May 2018: We've added the iDLEHANDS Apple TV 4 Mount to your list!

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Cale Hunt
Cale Hunt

Cale Hunt is a staff writer at Mobile Nations. He focuses mainly on PC, laptop, and accessory coverage, as well as the emerging world of VR. He is an avid PC gamer and multi-platform user, and spends most of his time either tinkering with or writing about tech.

7 Comments
  • I use both total mount atv3 and atv4
    Even with the 3 just point the ir Apple remote at ceiling above tv and it will accept the button commands with no problems Sent from the iMore App
  • I would like to see actual numbers and testing on all of these to back up the claim that putting it behind your TV won't actually reduce it's capabilities. I can see how Bluetooth would probably still work and that since the signals sent over it are simple and few that there would be no problems with control, but I doubt whether the Wi-Fi connection will work as well when it's hidden behind a giant metallic television. Apple TV 4 has enough problems streaming content as it is, reducing the Wi-Fi signal seems like a terrifically bad idea.
  • I have an Apple TV 4 behind my TV, I actually used velcro to secure it and keep it out of the way. Never had a problem with WiFi. Of course it depends on the Router you own as to how well it works but haven't seen any performance degradation compared to having it sitting beside the TV.
  • Why use a mount at all? I use two strips of Velcro. Much more cost effective.
  • I did the same. I shopped around for various brackets but in the end used adhesive Velcro to attach both an Apple TV and an Airport Express to the back of my TV. I also stuck a power strip back there so there is only one cable visibly coming out from behind the TV.
  • I use TotalMount too. It also has a remote dock so I can recharge the remote.
  • i just sit my media streamer on the table.